ENGINEERING SPECIALIST II - 37010468

Requisition No: 880137 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: ENGINEERING SPECIALIST II - 37010468

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37010468 

Salary:  $52,500 - $54,500 (Commensurate based on experience) 

Posting Closing Date: 08/07/2026 

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Engineering Specialist ll

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Tallahassee, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This is a technical engineering position. The position is primarily responsible for the technical review and processing of applications for air permits for major sources issued under the new source review (NSR) air construction permit program and the Title V air operation permit program.  Incumbent is expected to make well-reasoned recommendations and provide a complete work product in need of minimal editing for technical details, writing, and grammar.

Permit Processing: Accomplishes the technical work required in the review and processing of applications for air permits, including new source review (NSR) air construction permits and Title V air operation permits.  Must have knowledge of federal regulations, specifically as they relate to air permitting of polluting emitting facilities.  Reviews assigned applications in a timely manner for completeness, technical and scientific accuracy, and adherence to state and federal requirements.  Determines completeness of applications, prepares requests for additional information (RAI) when necessary, prepares draft and final permits, public notices, rule applicability review, control equipment requirements, emission inventories, ambient air monitoring reviews and ambient impact assessments.  Prepares materials for and attends administrative hearings, as necessary.  Conducts ambient air quality modeling, or reviews and incorporates the work of meteorologist/modeler into the technical documents and information requests.  Enters all data into the Air Resource Management System (ARMS) upon issuance of each permit.  Position is responsible for managing and completing projects on time.  Keeps supervisor up to date on project status.  Recommend process improvements.

Special Projects Works on special projects such as: updating industrial source emission inventories of historical and potential/permitted emissions that are in ambient air dispersion models; graphing emissions trends and forecasting future emissions using existing databases, including those of the Department, EPA, U.S. Department of Energy, etc.; determining possible impacts of federal regulations on industry and on Department resources; determining project-specific and permanent ambient air monitor locations; designing trial tests of fuels, raw materials and control strategies; and developing informational websites for internal and external use.  Prepares or assists in preparation of project reports, presentations, statistical analyses, maps, graphics, etc.  Prepares articles, papers for consideration by Department for environmental meetings, media, scientific journals, etc.

Customer Service and Consistency:  Productively interacts with the applicant, consultants, the public and other agencies while processing permits.  Works with applicants, consultants, and federal agencies during pre-application phase to determine emission inventory requirements and ambient air modeling protocols.  For complex or controversial permitting and compliance issues, advises supervisor and provides recommendations for making final decisions.  Provides technical assistance and guidance to district and local programs, prospective applicants, consultants, and the public on matters such as minor source permitting, Title V permitting, compliance, enforcement, and monitoring issues.  Promotes statewide consistency in permitting and compliance.  Assists in developing, maintaining, and promoting standardized permit templates, model permits and impact evaluations.

Other Duties: Performs other duties and assignments as requested by the supervisor, such as field inspections, rule analyses, peer reviews, running permitting metrics reports, conducting permitting audits of district and local air programs, etc.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of general environmental principles

Knowledge of industrial processes and activities

Knowledge of federal and state air regulations

Knowledge of permit processing

Knowledge of computer systems, software, databases and the Internet

Skilled in using Microsoft Office for email correspondence, word processing, spreadsheet development and graphics presentation software

Skilled in analyzing and interpreting technical data

Skilled in problem solving, dispute resolution

Skilled in preparing technical reports and documents for defensible permitting decisions

Skilled in explaining technical issues in plain language

Skilled in presentations to explain technical projects

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

Ability to independently plan, organize, coordinate, and complete work assignments in a timely manner

Ability to understand, interpret, and apply rules, policies, and procedures in a reasonable manner

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Ability to successfully interact with applicants, consultants, the public, and internal personnel in a tactful and courteous manner; and work with and lead projects

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license
• Travel on state business
• At least five years of verifiable related experience in the areas of Engineering, Natural or Physical Science, including Meteorology. Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university with a major in Engineering, Natural or Physical Science, including Meteorology may be used as an alternative for up to four years of experience on a year-for-year basis with one year of verifiable related experience. A master’s degree in Engineering, Natural or Physical Science, including Meteorology  may be used as an alternative for up to five years of experience on a year-for-year basis.

Position of Special Trust Requirement:

This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP Directive 422, Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility. Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

Pay:

Salary Range Annually $52,500 - $54,500 (Commensurate based on experience)

Our Organization and Mission:

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy. DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.

Where You Will Work:

Tallahassee, Florida’s Capital City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combine old world charm with a modern pace of life. Home to two major universities as well as state government, Tallahassee is a mid-sized city in the heart of Florida’s Big Bend. Tallahassee is a highly desirable location for both those seeking their first job or those ready to enter the next exciting chapter in their career.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);
• Tuition waivers;
• Total Compensation Estimator Tool
• And more!

For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

Special Notes:

DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses:

HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us

HR_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov

An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 245-2511. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.